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vacant

[ˈveɪkənt]

vacant Definition

  • 1not currently occupied or in use
  • 2showing no intelligence or thought

Using vacant: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "vacant" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    The house has been vacant for months.

  • Example

    There were several vacant seats in the theater.

  • Example

    His vacant expression made it clear that he wasn't paying attention.

  • Example

    The vacant lot was overgrown with weeds.

vacant Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for vacant

Antonyms for vacant

Phrases with vacant

  • a look that shows no intelligence or thought

    Example

    He had a vacant stare on his face during the entire meeting.

  • the right to occupy a property that is not currently occupied by anyone else

    Example

    The new owner took vacant possession of the house last week.

  • a piece of land that is not currently being used or occupied

    Example

    The city plans to build a park on the vacant lot.

Origins of vacant

from Latin 'vacans', present participle of 'vacare', meaning 'to be empty'

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Summary: vacant in Brief

The term 'vacant' [ˈveɪkənt] describes something that is not currently occupied or in use, such as an unoccupied house or empty seat. It can also describe a person's expression that shows no intelligence or thought. Examples include 'The house has been vacant for months.' and 'His vacant expression made it clear that he wasn't paying attention.' Phrases like 'vacant possession' and 'vacant lot' extend the usage of the term.